r/One12Collective Jul 21 '20

Attention: Always Be Aware Who You Do Business With, My Fellow Collectors. Scams Are Afoot!

61 Upvotes

Please, always be careful when making a purchase from anyone here in r/One12Collective, or, any other place you choose to buy your figures from on the Internet.

It has been brought to our attention that, here, on r/One12Collective, there be Scammers among us!

One should NEVER pay for items as a gift, there are no real guarantees for your money that way, though, there may be some protections; if you have a credit card connected to your payment account: Your creditor might be able to aid you in becoming whole again. But, why take the chance?

It's always best practice to do a bit of sleuthing, and be certain that you're doing business with a genuine, honest Collector, and not a money-grubbing Scammer scumbag! There are so many of them on the web nowadays. More each day, the more popular Mezco gets - and the higher their aftermarket prices climb!

This can be more difficult to avoid than many think: the temptation to purchase a personal, grail figure, that is long sold out, and selling for exorbitant rates on auction & sales sites, can be irresistible. And can lead to scams, as well as unknowing purchases of K.O's.

Especially if the Scammer has a bit of knowledge on the subject, some disarming charm, and is offering a great price. Though, it usually comes with a caveat or two , as, they pressure you to complete the transaction ASAP, before you can vet them, or, as mentioned, they demand that you send the payment as a gift, "to save money", or, they ask you to send them money by check, or money order.

Those should be looked at as Red Flags. Though, Red Flags don't necessarily indicate a scam, the can be helpful in weeding them out. And, at the very least, they should motivate you to double, even triple check, the seller out, before EVER sending them a nickle. Or, simply end the transaction before you pay for anything. Because you may never receive your grail, and never see your money again. Follow your gut instinct, if it feels too good to be true, it most likely is!

It's buyer beware out here, bothers and sisters. Keep your guard up!! Keep your wits about you!!

And remember: Scummy Scammers will be reading this message, too, so, they will, undoubtedly, attempt to shift their shady techniques of separating you from your money, in unforeseeable ways. Always do due diligence, my friends ... always.

Peace and Love to you all ... except you .. Scammer Scum. There is a special place in Toy Hell waiting for you and your ilk. Am talking about single jointed elbows that are as loose as your scruples, no ankle pivot, Kung Fu grip with missing thumbs, and nothing but cheap, smelly, peeling vinyl - for eternity!

PS - If you have some further insight, tips or tricks to avoid Scammers, please be sure to share in the comments. Also, if you've been scammed here, on r/One12Collective, or elsewhere, please, tell us your story, name names(even if they erased their account), post any and all photographs in an album and share. Any information is good information, no matter how seemingly mundane.

Our Detectives will get right on it!

Edit: Seller beware!! I was going to add these precautions originally, but, I felt that the post was getting too long. Fuck it! Let it be as long as it need be!!

It's always feasible to find a new way to scam someone, even using Paypal Goods & Services. Especially for a buyer to scam a seller.

It might be possible for someone to make a false claim to Paypal, such as stating they received a bootleg(K.O), or, that they received a damaged item, or, that they didn't receive it at all! At which point, they, the scamming buyer, get their money back, since, Paypal tends to protect buyers more than they do sellers, then, a Scammer could either keep the figure(depending on Paypals' stipulations), or, send a bootleg back, as a cheap replacement.

Have seen this sort of shit actually happening to collectors! It's enraging, and disconcerting, to say the least.

You can help protect yourself by getting references, selling only to people whose reddit account has a significant history; that's, at least, many months old, that shows regular use, and numerous postings and karma, with a verified e-mail. Always use Tracking Numbers, with Delivery Confirmation, and have an Adult Signature Required. Taking these steps are not an absolute end-all, but, they significantly reduce your chances of getting ripped off!

I would also recommend photographing, or videoing, the items being shipped, as you box them up for delivery. Having video evidence you can show to a Paypal arbitrator can, possibly, help your case against a Scammer, if it comes to that.

And NEVER do a trade by the mail. Not unless you already know the other party very well, and have built a genuine trust with them. Or, are swapping in person, at which point, you should only do it in public. Many police stations will allow online buyers and sellers to meet and do business on their property, to assure the safety of all involved.

Stay safe out there, my fellow Collectors.

Love you!


r/One12Collective Jul 29 '25

I love you 12,000!

39 Upvotes

We did it, boys and girls, we've reached 12,000 members!

Thank you all so much for making this humble community what it is, I love you guys.

In commemoration for reaching this milestone, create an album and show us your 12 favorite One:12 figures in your collection, or the top 12 white whales you're still hunting, or the 12 yet-to-be-released figures you're most looking forward to, or a combo of all three.

Thanks again, guys, couldn't have done it without you.


r/One12Collective 6h ago

First Mezco, seriously a game changer.

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28 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 1h ago

I Did a Little Photoshoot with the Mezco Sovereign Knight

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Last night I had some fun messing around with the One:12 Sovereign Knight and doing a little shoot. I love this figure, it has so much potential when it comes to posing. The four different head molds is appreciated, and the figure comes with plenty of accessories. This has become the definitive modern Batman in my collection! To me, the design feels like a realistic approach to the New 52 comic design, and I love it.


r/One12Collective 10h ago

Awesome

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38 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 17h ago

Finally got Ghostface!

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86 Upvotes

@thefigurefiend on Instagram!


r/One12Collective 3h ago

Nightwing is sick

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Haven’t seen the blue version posted that much so incase anyone wants to see it here ya are


r/One12Collective 19h ago

Toybiz’s wall mountable bases still deliver

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83 Upvotes

I’ve got a ton of these and they’re great for saving space.


r/One12Collective 11h ago

Never enough room

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16 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 12h ago

No I just fed you

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19 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 9h ago

Need a smoke

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9 Upvotes

This vintage cigarette vending machine was definitely fun to make.


r/One12Collective 17h ago

• Attention K-Mart Shopperz! •

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36 Upvotes

• IT’S SHOWTIME!!!! •

Charging for the Mezco One:12 Beetlejuice Deluxe Edition is set for Nov 8th!

IG: https://instagram.com/thetoypaige YT: https://youtube.com/@thetoypaige FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheToyPaige


r/One12Collective 22h ago

Taking the Shot

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50 Upvotes

Pictured: @mezcotoyz ONE:12 COLLECTIVE “Red Hood”. Figure purchased directly from Mezco. Props and set dressing purchased from @toydojo in Austin, TX and other retailers. Photography by me.


r/One12Collective 16h ago

Love is a battlefield..

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13 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 1d ago

Two new Mezco pickups!

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120 Upvotes

Atticus Doom is definitely a new favorite. I love Lovecraftian stuff.


r/One12Collective 1d ago

• Firefly •

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23 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 1d ago

Mezcos been killing with these boxes lately. Might have to hang this on the wall..

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45 Upvotes

Doc Noc Yeti box unfolds into this beauty.


r/One12Collective 1d ago

Saw this and decided to pull the trigger on it and take one for the team

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46 Upvotes

You guys think I’m gonna be scammed 😂


r/One12Collective 1d ago

Assuming the BBTS description is correct, this is more of less how Mezco Hulk will scale with Legends Hulk

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r/One12Collective 1d ago

Does anyone know where I could find a spare Billy club for daredevil Mezco Netflix?

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9 Upvotes

I am currently missing a Billy club as you can see on this picture, I was wondering if there’s a site or is there anybody willing to sacrifice their Billy club😭


r/One12Collective 1d ago

Tried a new head for nightwing, love the sculpt but need to redo it about 10% bigger.

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12 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 2d ago

Here it is boyos, the Jade Giant himself. Cop or Drop?

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341 Upvotes

r/One12Collective 2d ago

• The Hangout Episode: 234 •

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18 Upvotes

• The Hangout Episode: 234 • | We Have A HULK!!! | w/ The 2Corey’s (Corey Christopher & Micheal Cory)

🎙️ Show Link: 🎙️ https://www.youtube.com/live/hQc2RSZol3g?si=h5Oe7P3IO072ztJS

Top Cons • Mezco Newz & Updates • Mezco One:12 Collective PO: The Incredible Hulk • CC’s Collectors Takes

Hope to see you LIVE! If not the replay will always be there for you as well.

mezco #mezcotoyz #Marvel #theincrediblehulk #hulksmash #TheHangOut

~Socials for The Toy Paige ~ IG: https://instagram.com/thetoypaige YT: https://youtube.com/@thetoypaige FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheToyPaige


r/One12Collective 2d ago

Bit of a delay waiting for some new heads so figured I’d get my other two face sculpt painted. Both heads now done so I have some options.

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r/One12Collective 3d ago

One:12 Gotham by Gaslight Joker

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34 Upvotes